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单词 namby-pambyism
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Definition of namby-pambyism in English:

namby-pambyism

noun ˌnambɪˈpambɪɪz(ə)m
  • Namby-pamby quality; weak or insipid sentimentality; an instance or example of this.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Tait's Magazine. From namby-pamby + -ism.

 
 

Definition of namby-pambyism in US English:

namby-pambyism

nounˌnambɪˈpambɪɪz(ə)m
  • Namby-pamby quality; weak or insipid sentimentality; an instance or example of this.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Tait's Magazine. From namby-pamby + -ism.

 
 
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